Table - Stone, Cast iron - French bistro table

a beautiful, 100% authentic French bistro table (terrace table) from the early 20th century (c. 1900). This object is a stunning relic from the heyday of French cafe culture and is in a fair, unrestored condition with fantastic historical character.
Unique marked base
The heavy, three-legged cast-iron base has, in the middle of the cross leg, a clear, engraved factory stamp: "PIERRE OUVARD" surrounded by the text "MODÈLE DÉPOSÉ" (legally protected design). While most bistro tables from this period go unnoticed, this mark guarantees authenticity and provenance from a prominent French foundry. The cast iron shows a beautiful, lived-in rust patina, but is structurally completely intact without cracks or fractures.
Original Terrazzo top
The table is equipped with its original, heavy terrazzo top (composed of fine natural stone chips and dark mortar). The top is set in the original cast-iron mounting ring with an integrated support beam on the underside for optimal stability. The edges of the stone have, due to decades of intensive use, characteristically smooth-worn.
A perfect object for the collector of industrial antique, historic garden furniture, or as a atmospheric character piece in a modern or classical interior.
Specifications:
• Country of origin: France
• Period: ca. 1890 - 1920 (Art Nouveau / Belle Époque)
• Manufacturer: Pierre Ouvard
• Material: Cast iron, iron, terrazzo (stone composite)
• Condition: Good, original antique condition with natural signs of aging and patina (see photos for an accurate impression). Structurally solid.